Podcasts about comic books

The doctor is in the house! That's right, folks! Dr. Carolyn Cocca is back to teach the Talking Comics crew about queer delicacies, how the color of paper can change your perspective, and more! Plus, Aaron hits the ice with more gay hockey romance stories, Bob votes Pamela Isley into office, while Steve travels to Woodbrook for a beary bloody finale! Books: Queers at the Table: An Illustrated Guide to Queer Food, with Recipes, The Delicacy, Star Trek: Coda (novel trilogy), The Color of Paper: Representing Race in the Comics Medium (academic book), Searching for Feminist Superheroes: Gender, Sexuality, and Race in Marvel Comics (academic book), Martin Short's I Must Say and Jeff Hiller's Actress of a Certain Age (audiobooks), Alter Ego #198, Poison Ivy #42, Batgirl #17, Touched By a Demon #2, Narco #1, Time to Shine (novel), The Shots You Take (novel), Egotistical Puckboy (novel), Irresponsible Puckboy (novel), Beneath the Trees Where Nobody See: Rite of Spring #6, Tigress Island #1, D'ORC #2, Camp Damascus (novel), Mister Magic (novel) Additionally, a message from your cranky uncle Bob (and a way to support him: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-bob-reyer-a-hero-in-need). The Comic Book Podcast is brought to you by Talking Comics (talkingcomicbooks.wordpress.com). The podcast is hosted by Steve Seigh, Bob Reyer, Joey Braccino, Aaron Amos, John Burkle, and Bronwyn Kelly-Seigh who weekly dissect everything comics-related, from breaking news to new releases. Our Instagram handle is @TalkingComicsPodcast and you can email us at podcast@talkingcomicbooks.com.

Every other week, we focus on a Marvel series that sits on the fringes of mainstream Marvel continuity. The first episode of every new series that we cover is available on the public feed. The rest of the episodes are exclusive to our Patreon supporters. Not a Patron yet? Support us at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth for just $5 a month to get instant access to our bonus feed of nearly 200 extended and exclusive episodes!   Stories Covered in this Episode:  "River of Death!" - Master of Kung Fu #23, written by Doug Moench, art by Al Milgrom and Klaus Janson, letters by John Costanza, colors by Linda Lessmann, edited by Roy Thomas, ©1974 Marvel Comics "Massacre Along the Amazon!" - Master of Kung Fu #24, written by Doug Moench, art by Al Milgrom, Jim Starlin, Alan Weiss, and Walt Simonson, letters by Dave Hunt, colors by Petra Goldberg, edited by Roy Thomas, ©1974 Marvel Comics "Rites of Courage, Fists of Death!" - Master of Kung Fu #25, written by Doug Moench, art by Paul Gulacy with Sal Trapani, letters by John Costanza, colors by Bill Mantlo, edited by Roy Thomas, ©1974 Marvel Comics   "MASTER (of Kung Fu) by the Month" theme written and performed by Robb Milne. All incidental music by Robb Milne. Visit us on the internet (and buy some stuff) at marvelbythemonth.com, follow us on Bluesky at @marvelbythemonth.com and Instagram (for now) at @marvelbythemonth, and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth. Much of our historical context information comes from Wikipedia. Please join us in supporting them at wikimediafoundation.org. And many thanks to Mike's Amazing World of Comics, an invaluable resource for release dates and issue information. (RIP Mike.)

Zach hosts for the first time! He, Kara, and Kate discuss what comic they would take to a desert island and if it can double as a weapon.  Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics 00:01:23 - Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn/Red Rackham's Treasure 00:13:38 - Bone Omnibus 00:21:05 - East of West End Times Compendium 00:28:06 - Descender Omnibus 00:33:59 - Discord Island Picks 00:35:51 - New 52 Wonder Woman 00:42:15 - Any Archie Collection 00:47:45 - Wrap Producer: Kait Lamphere & Danny MartinezProoflistener: Brian MurrayEditor: Zander Riggs Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.IRCB Avatars by @ICELEVELIRCB Logo by Kyle RoseSupport us on Patreon to get access to our Patreon-only series: IRCB Movie Club, Saga of Saga, Giant Days of Our Lives, A Better Batmobile, and more! patreon.com/ircbpodcastBuy a copy of our anniversary zine Totally Not A Cult: https://ircbpodcast.com/shop/p/totally-not-a-cult-zine-1Email: ircbpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @ircbpodcastInstagram: @ircbpodcastDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/E8JUB9sReddit: ireadcomicbooks.reddit.comIRCB GoodreadsMerch: ircbpodcast.com/shop

Note: Due to delays, the TOP 2 comics on the poll will be read on the show. Become a Patron  - https://www.patreon.com/thecomicspals?fan_landing=true Subscribe on YouTube -  youtube.com/thecomicspals?sub_confirm... Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/6RAX3sT Watch us LIVE on YouTube every: Monday at 1PM EST for Pals Previews Thursday at 8 PM EST for Pals Pulls Saturday at 10:15 AM EST for The Comics Pals Podcast Grab some merch here: https://streamlabs.com/thecomicspals/merch ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PodBean: https://thecomicspals.podbean.com/ X: https://twitter.com/thecomicspals  Bluesky: ‪@thecomicspals.bsky.social‬ Instagram: https://instagram.com/thecomicspals  ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Pals: Sean: @SeansSoapbox Tyler: @TheTylerOlson Marco: @mrmarcoanimoto

X-Man Bishop gets a solo series. Mace Windu gets his own graphic novel. Hickman and Kubert tackle Spider-Man.SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's our 21st Anniversary! To celebrate, we discuss a special surprise for the CGS Community, coming soon! We then cover a number of other topics including Off the Rack Reviews of Spider-Man/Venom: Death Spiral and another new DC Vertigo title, the Peril of the Brutal Dark, a trip to Complete in Box in Ephrata, what comics would you buy in March 1986, industry news including market manipulation, Mike Richardson out at Dark Horse, and the passing of Tatjana Wood along with other Geek Chat! (1:44:24)

Before the MCU, before the modern wave of DC Comics movies, and long before superhero films dominated the box office… there was The Phantom (1996). In this episode of the SuperHero Homies Throwback Series, we revisit the cult comic book movie The Phantom starring Billy Zane and Treat Williams to see if this forgotten superhero film holds up today… or if it belongs deep in the jungle with the Skull Cave. Our Throwback episodes celebrate older movies (usually 25+ years old) with humor, nostalgia, and a fun pop culture discussion. This time, a fan of the show suggested we review The Phantom, and it turned out to be an absolute blast. Even though we don't think this 90s superhero movie is technically good, it ended up being one of the funniest and most entertaining watches with friends we've had in a while. In this episode we discuss: • The full plot breakdown of The Phantom (1996) • The movie's roots in the classic Phantom comic strip and comic books • Billy Zane's performance as the legendary purple-suited hero • Treat Williams' over-the-top villain energy • The action scenes, adventure tone, and jungle setting • The unintentionally hilarious dialogue • Why the cinematography and action choreography feel so dated • The strange charm that makes this movie oddly enjoyable • Our favorite ridiculous and memorable moments Even with its awkward dialogue, lackluster plot, stiff action scenes, and questionable filmmaking choices, The Phantom somehow manages to deliver a weirdly charming comic book adventure that's perfect for a group watch with friends. But before we jump into this 90s superhero time capsule… Cold Open Topics Include: • Our thoughts on the new Lanterns TV series trailer • Our favorite moments from DC Comics' Doomsday Clock storyline • The infamous Ace Ventura rhino prop being put up for sale • The recent bizarre Jim Carrey controversy circulating online If you enjoy: Superhero podcasts Comic book discussions Throwback movie reviews Pop culture debates Nerd culture analysis MCU & DC commentary Retro comic book movies “So bad it's good” movie discussions …then you'll feel right at home with the SuperHero Homies. About SuperHero Homies SuperHero Homies is a superhero and pop culture podcast where we discuss Marvel, DC Comics, comic book movies, superhero TV shows, Star Wars, and everything in nerd culture. Expect passionate debates, deep dives, and plenty of laughs. Support the Homies! Our official SuperHero Homies merch store is now LIVE! Grab t-shirts, hoodies, tote bags and more: https://superherohomies.printify.me/ Want to suggest a movie for the Throwback Series? We want to hear from you! Send your suggestions on social media or email us: superherohomies@gmail.com Rules: • Movie must be at least 25 years old • The more fun, weird, or wild the movie is, the better! #ThePhantom #BillyZane #ComicBookMovies #ThrowbackReview #SuperHeroHomies #DCComics #RetroSuperheroMovies #90sMovies #CultClassicMovies #MoviePodcast #PopCulturePodcast

This Week on the Toy Power Podcast; we kick off with some rather sad News, that's hits very close to the Aussie Community, as we morn the loss of Jamie Dunn; the Voice & puppeteer of Agro. A staple of Australian programs & so many laughs! Then we bounce around with other News & Announcements, with everything from Thunder Cats, as well as a few Masters Of The Universe Reveals too. Mondo have another pair of Squads, this time from DC Comics & Lego create a damn near perfect Racecar. Plus Splinter from Mezco, is phenomenal - made more special with the amount of things he comes with. Then we check our Mail-Boxes & celebrate some of our Latest Scores! Samurai Pizza Cats, Mythic Legions Snakes & a slew of SilverHawks are among the praises! Then a round table chat towards 'State Of The Nation.' Our honest insights towards how we are tracking with our collections, plus what we might have planned for the future! All this & more! Enjoy!!! Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Spectre [vol 2] #6 (1987)Jim Corrigan is determined to find out who murdered him during Crisis even if he has to “fold into” the Spectre and possible feel up a demon along the way.Highlights include:What exactly is a “good bar”?How they hanging?Phantom Stranger wants you to step inside his officethe literal Midnight Meat TrainThe address of the devilCasting CHOPPING MALL with the DC Universe (we don't get far)Also, Shawn and Jen really want to see THE TOWERING INFERNO!*** PROPER COMIC BOOK DISCUSSION STARTS AT 00:10:56 ***Promo: PLAY COMICS (https://playcomics.com/)Continue the conversation with Shawn and Jen on Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / Threads / Bluesky or email the show at worstcollectionever@gmail.comAlso, get hip to all of our episodes on YouTube in its own playlist! https://bit.ly/WorstCollectionEverYTDownload the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and wherever you get your favorite shows. Please rate, review, subscribe and tell a friend!

It's COMIC BOOKS time! Scott Grenke sits down with me once again to tackle and discuss six more marvel characters given to us randomly by the Virtual Comics Intelligence. On this episode we discuss: GHOST RIDER, BLOB, THE MICRONAUTS, HERCULES,  D'SPAYRE and WOOD GOD! Check it out!Please subscribe to the show wherever you find your favorite podcasts and leave a review!Email the show with comments or suggestions HERE Follow the Boomcast on social media!FACEBOOKINSTAGRAM

Dark Horse CEO Mike Richardson has been ousted from the company after 40 years. Peril of the Brutal Dark from Vertigo sells out. Image's Invincible Team-Up covers drive half a million in sales.SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Watching Now: Shrinking Shrunk Season 3 Episode 6 Review is a Couch Soup podcast. Join us for reactions, reviews, and excitement about all things Shrinking. Join us for some laughs and ultra-nerdy discussion!

Au revoir, SAL BUSCEMA!!! Much Love from Two Fans!!!Thursday Comics #255from the Library of Graphic LiteratureMarch 5th, 2026Welcome to the Grand Return of Thursday Comics issue #255 and the sweet megapixies of comic book media, Wallace Ryan and Dennis Osbourne!!!In this episode, Dennis and I pay tribute to the late great Sal Buscema who passed away recently. Both of us are Sal fans and I show my Sal Love of his earlier years while Dennis waxes eloguent about his latter years.Thursday Comics theme by Bill BrennanNO AI  SLOP USED in the production of Thursday Comics where you get REAL writers, artists and creators.TOO GOOD for AI!!!#thursdaycomics #comicbooks #graphic novels #omnibus #confessions #bookreviews #graphicnovelreviews #catsTHURSDAY COMICS Mailbox (Send us your comments)

A pair of Comic Book roles provide essential lifelines for talent in difficult times! The stories of Iron Man and Deadpool, and the transformative cinematic opportunities they provided! 

What's the difference between a concept and a conceit — and why does confusing the two quietly sabotage so many comics? In this episode, Brad and Dave break down one of the most important (and misunderstood) distinctions in storytelling. A concept is the engine that drives your story forward. A conceit is a clever wrapper that might look great… but doesn't go anywhere. If you've ever launched a comic that felt strong at first but ran out of momentum, this conversation will hit home. We talk about: Why constraints actually fuel creativity How to test whether your idea has real staying power The danger of building a comic around a gimmick And how to strengthen your story before you spend months drawing it Today's show: A comic without recurring characters UPDATE: ComicLab accent challenge UPDATE: Amazon Advantage UPDATE: DoubleDogBook.com How to do a sarcastic word balloon Takeaways Character design plays a crucial role in storytelling. Comics can thrive without a central protagonist. Idea-driven comics have historical precedence. Naming a comic can be a challenging but essential task. Feedback is vital in the creative process. Constraints can enhance creativity and focus. Monosyllabic titles are often more memorable. A good title can significantly impact a comic's success. The creative journey involves trial and error. Sharing ideas at smaller levels can reveal what resonates. Avoiding sunk cost fallacy is crucial in decision-making. Amazon Advantage can lead to unexpected losses. Understanding the costs of shipping is essential for profitability. Sarcasm in comics requires careful visual and textual cues. Bold lettering can enhance the impact of sarcasm. Walt Kelly's techniques in lettering were innovative but sometimes excessive. Comic creators should consider the visual presentation of dialogue. A well-crafted word balloon can convey emotion effectively. The legacy of past cartoonists informs current practices. You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. He is available for personal consultations. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive. He is the co-director of the comics documentary, Stripped.

Ben Percy and Stephen King's The End Times gets collected. A Scavengers Reign artist has launched a graphic novel Kickstarter. Chip Zdarsky has posted a reading list leading into Marvel's Avengers: Armageddon.SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Josh and Brandon talk about the risqué side of Archie with Nick Malis, who runs the very popular Instagram account Out of Context Archie Comics. This episode may not be suitable for children. If you enjoy this podcast, please consider donating. Follow Archie and Me on Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook. Podcast cover art by Sacha Jones

The boys dig into Mark Waid's new 'definitive' DC Comics timeline.

Our 79th episode brings you our 2026 March Madness brackets for our favorite artists, with first time guest Josh from Nirvava! We also discuss the closing of McKay's, and Bill gets a special birthday story involving a rampaging gorilla at Josh's childhood home! All this and more on your friendly neighborhood podcast!

Paramount and DC sittin' in a tree! K-I-S-S-I-N-G! That's right, folks! The whole world's on fire, but we're still here, making things happen and talking about comic books! Things get a little heated on this week's episode as we debate the powers of the Scarlet Witch, bemoan the Pramount and Warner Bros merger, and gripe about the ongoing winter weather! If you're hoping for some true "old man" energy, look no further! Books: Absolute Batman #17, The Peril of the Brutal Dark: An Ezra Cain Mystery #1, Rogue's Gallery #1-4, Mapping the Interior (novel), My Husband's Wife (novel), Queen of Faces (novel), Resident Evil: Requiem, New History of the DC Universe: The Dakota Incident #1, Time to Shine (novel), Sorcerer Supreme #3, It's Jeff meets Daredevil, The Rocketeer: The Island, Elsewhere #1-8 Additionally, a message from your cranky uncle Bob (and a way to support him: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-bob-reyer-a-hero-in-need). The Comic Book Podcast is brought to you by Talking Comics (talkingcomicbooks.wordpress.com). The podcast is hosted by Steve Seigh, Bob Reyer, Joey Braccino, Aaron Amos, John Burkle, and Bronwyn Kelly-Seigh who weekly dissect everything comics-related, from breaking news to new releases. Our Instagram handle is @TalkingComicsPodcast and you can email us at podcast@talkingcomicbooks.com.

For TWO HOURS of bonus content — including our coverage of the conclusion of Iron Fist's solo series in Marvel Team-Up #64, plus 18 more Marvel comics in the Mighty MBTM Checklist — support us at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth. $5 a month gets you instant access to our bonus feed of almost 200 extended and exclusive episodes. $10 a month lets you help pick the comics we cover in depth and gets you a shout-out at the end of the episode!   Stories Covered in this Episode: "Death Watch!" - Marvel Two-In-One Annual #2, written by Jim Starlin, art by Jim Starlin with Joe Rubinstein, letters by Annette Kawecki, colors by Petra Goldberg, edited by Archie Goodwin, ©1977 Marvel Comics "Armageddon Now!" - X-Men #108, written by Chris Claremont, art by John Byrne with Terry Austin, letters by Denise Wohl and Tom Orzechowski, colors by Andy Yanchus, edited by Archie Goodwin, ©1977 Marvel Comics   "Marvel by the Month" theme v. 4 written and performed by Robb Milne. All incidental music by Robb Milne. Visit us on the internet (and buy some stuff) at marvelbythemonth.com, follow us on Bluesky at @marvelbythemonth.com and Instagram (for now) at @marvelbythemonth, and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth. Much of our historical context information comes from Wikipedia. Please join us in supporting them at wikimediafoundation.org. And many thanks to Mike's Amazing World of Comics, an invaluable resource for release dates and issue information. (RIP Mike.)

Paul and Zach welcome Nick Goode back to the show to discuss what they've been reading lately. They also talk about Nick's comic Sussex, a WWII espionage thriller that explores mental health and depression. Chapter 3 and 4 of Sussex are currently looking for support on Kickstarter!  Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics 00:02:10 - Endeavour #1 00:07:34 - Altamont 00:15:23 - Outer Lands 00:20:46 - A Star Called the Sun 00:23:16 - Gideon Falls 00:2600 - Batman/Green Arrow/Question: Arcadia #3 00:29:47 - Sussex 00:54:04 - Wrap Producer: Kait Lamphere & Danny MartinezProoflistener: Nick WhiteEditor: Zander Riggs Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.IRCB Avatars by @ICELEVELIRCB Logo by Kyle RoseSupport us on Patreon to get access to our Patreon-only series: IRCB Movie Club, Saga of Saga, Giant Days of Our Lives, A Better Batmobile, and more! patreon.com/ircbpodcastBuy a copy of our anniversary zine Totally Not A Cult: https://ircbpodcast.com/shop/p/totally-not-a-cult-zine-1Email: ircbpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @ircbpodcastInstagram: @ircbpodcastDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/E8JUB9sReddit: ireadcomicbooks.reddit.comIRCB GoodreadsMerch: ircbpodcast.com/shop

On #258, Nikko, Mr. C and Nick Z discuss whether comic book reading is essential to understanding the character and enjoying the movies plus the Paramount/WB sale and what it means for DC. Enjoy!Rate, Review, & Subscribe ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Contact Us:V39: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/Vigilante1939⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nick Jr: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/NCarusoJr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nikko: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/NikkoCaruso⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nick Z: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/NickZednik⁠⁠⁠⁠

Send a textThis time around we take a look at comic books that have skyrocketed and risen in price over the last decade. Books that were one day attainable that have since become a lot harder to get.Music [00:00]Buzz Ad [00:14]Intro [01:10]Books That Have Skyrocketed Over the Last Decade [05:29]Outro [25:00]Please like and subscribe if you'd like to hear more comic talk!(Bi-weekly shows dropping on Wednesday)Social Media:Facebook -  https://www.facebook.com/CBJpodcastTwitter -  https://twitter.com/CbJpod  (@CBJpod)Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cbjpod/  (@CBJpod)Youtube - https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCTDcugHYqAbgjwbdGWbZjnA/Buzzsprout - https://www.buzzsprout.com/1206320Currently listed on Apple, Stitcher, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and many others!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

This week, we're stealing a couple hours of your time to discuss The Rats: A Witcher Tale, the prequel movie that dropped at the same time as Season 4 and is designed to be watched after it…despite taking place well before. (The Witcher's up to its timeline shenanigans again, it seems.) Paired with the perfectly-themed Master of the Thieves Guild Blended Bourbon by Quest's End Whiskey, we keep things loose, lively and liquidated as we unpack the plots—meaning both the film's narrative and the Rats' plot to steal loads of cash—and try to figure out just what happened to this thing behind the scenes. Also, we come out in favor of bathing with a drunken Dolph Lundgren, debate the role of cephalopods in sex dens and reveal why when it comes to spider women, most movies just like to tease.

This week we wrap up Season 2 with a lot of comic book talk and other collection items we did as kids. Another scene in one of these episodes gets added to the best moments of all time. Character appearances for the show are updated as well since we are done another season. How well does Season 2 stack up against Season 1? Tune in and find out. X- @smellsj Instagram - @simpsons_ottosjacket Email - ottosjacketpodcast@gmail.com Facebook - Smells Like Ottos Jacket Podcast 

Hector and CJ take on a truly scientific challenge: matching superheroes to their Biblical “life verse”—and they're declaring their list non-negotiable (no debates, no appeals, no comment section court cases). They also talk about characters who deserve to be written better and review their latest pulls.Website: https://lovethynerd.com/podcastnetwork/pull-list/

In this episode of Novel Spirits, the team delves into the narrative-driven video game: Dispatch. Exploring its unique gameplay mechanics, narrative & character design, and the impact of player choices on the story. It's our first non-written medium review as Novel Spirits and a true recognition of the studio's mantra - books, comics, and games. It's a Mecha-sized adventure with a lot of twists and turns, and definitely an all-time favorite. Play along, or listen along. Either way - enjoy! Remember, if it can be read, it can be reviewed, and it can be done so with a fancy spirit at hand!   Dispatch: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2592160/Dispatch/ 0-0-8 Studios - https://0-0-8studios.com/ Spirits of the Month: https://www.wildturkeybourbon.com/en-us/?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=1687936318&gclid=Cj0KCQiA7fbLBhDJARIsAOAqhsfYcFQ-29_VhFQM_0TBeawY0sScktl6GfgyKB31C5PDfVsY3xYe10oaAiMDEALw_wcB

Is science missing something fundamental?In this episode of Mind-Body Solution, I sit down with astrophysicist Adam Frank to explore one of the deepest questions at the intersection of cosmology and consciousness: has modern science systematically ignored experience itself?We examine whether the scientific worldview — powerful as it is — leaves out the very thing that makes science possible: the lived perspective of the observer. From physics and emergence to life, mind, and meaning, this conversation pushes beyond reductionism and asks whether experience belongs at the foundation of reality.We discuss the role of observers in physics, the limits of materialism, whether consciousness is an accidental byproduct or an intrinsic feature of the universe, and what it would mean to rethink science without abandoning rigor.If science describes the world — where do we fit into the picture?TIMESTAMPS:(0:00) - Introduction: Exploring The Blind Spot Book & Podcast Overview(0:51) - Lapsed Platonist: Astronomy, Philosophy & Origins of Thought(1:55) - The Quasi-Religious Appeal of Perfect Knowledge in Science(2:44) - Comic Books, Marvel Mythology & Spiritual Impulses(3:53) - Mind-Body Problem Revisited: Moving Beyond Dualism(5:38) - Realism vs Anti-Realism: Experience as the Basis of Knowledge(6:47) - Crisis in Modern Sciences: Husserl & Embodied Metaphysics(8:32) - Analytic vs Continental Philosophy: Why the Divide Matters(9:53) - Eastern Philosophies & Their Neglect in Western Science(12:56) - Quantum Mechanics Screaming for Lived Experience(14:37) - God's Eye View & The Blind Spot Assumption in Science(18:14) - Limits of a Theory of Everything: Embodied Failures Explained(21:04)- New Science & Philosophy: Moving Beyond the Blind Spot(25:22) - Experience-First Perspective: Wittgenstein & Generational Shifts(30:51) - Semantic Information, Meaning, and Agents in Complex Systems(32:34) - History, Catastrophes & Human Creativity Across Long Scales(38:10) - Search for Alien Life & Techno Signatures: Paradigm-Shifting Implications(46:42) - AI Hype, Techno Overpromises & Materialist Defensiveness(50:28) - Life, Co-Arising, and the Co-Constituted Self & World(55:37) - Closing Reflections: Embracing Life's Weirdness & Cosmic WonderEPISODE LINKS:- Adam's Website: https://www.adamfrankscience.com/- Adam's Blog: https://www.everymansuniverse.com/- Adam's Publications: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=71Z6Q98AAAAJ&hl=en- Adam's Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001JS7N66- Adam's X: https://x.com/AdamFrank4- Adam's FB: https://www.facebook.com/AdamFrankAuthor/CONNECT:- Website: https://mindbodysolution.org - YouTube: https://youtube.com/@MindBodySolution- Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/mindbodysolution- Twitter: https://twitter.com/drtevinnaidu- Facebook: https://facebook.com/drtevinnaidu - Instagram: https://instagram.com/drtevinnaidu- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/drtevinnaidu- Website: https://tevinnaidu.com=============================Disclaimer: The information provided on this channel is for educational purposes only. The content is shared in the spirit of open discourse and does not constitute, nor does it substitute, professional or medical advice. We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of listening/watching any of our contents. You acknowledge that you use the information provided at your own risk. Listeners/viewers are advised to conduct their own research and consult with their own experts in the respective fields.

Top Shelf announces We Are Pan, a graphic novel about the secret evacuation of Cuba. Legendary colorist Tatjana Wood has died at age 99. David Nakayama tackles white covers for Marvel.SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

     The Fanholes have gathered to determine who is King Shit of the Lunch Table!   Comics Discussed: Justin: JLA #16 Mike: Avengers #4 Tony: Young Justice #1 Derek: Gambit #1  

Adam is joined by Dalibor, The Indie Hype Man to discuss 5 Independent Comic Book creators spotlighted by Wizard in issue 123, examine The Incredible Hulk revamp by Bruce Jones and John Romita Jr., plus review Morlocks, Exiles and more in this jam-packed edition of WIZARDS 1/2.Our friend and co-host, William Bruce West is still in the hospital dealing with the debilitating effects of a stroke, you can help his family to handle the medical bills and daily needs while he gets treatment by donating here https://gofund.me/a06b50891 Thanks to our monthly supporters Shawn Robare Andrew Burt Brandon Whitmore Michael Johnson Eric Najjar Brock626 Tom Goodwin Matt and Lissy Poisso Lennon Patton Patrick McFadden Marvin Dupree Jay M Lunchlady Doris Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Phillip Sevy Robb Matt Frank Anderson Russell Sheath Kevin Decent Damon Bjorn watson David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Nate Clark William Bruce West Mark Florio David Fink Brent Cranfill MarWe Bruno Cavalcante David M Dalibor Žujović Evin Bryant Gary Hutcherson Fernando Pinto Jeremy Dawe Greg Schueller MeltFaceKillah Brian Acosta Joe Marcello DenimJedi Miitchell Hall Lee Markowitz Mark McDonald ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

 Hey, look at the calendar! It’s March! And that means it’s time for March Madness, where we choose eight comic book characters and make them fight for supremacy! This year, we’ve chosen characters representing various elements. What element is your favourite? Personally, I’m a boron man. And speaking of elements, before we get to the fighting, Kyle presents an ELEMENTary Sherlock Holmes quiz in the warmup! Direct Download: MP3

It's the penultimate chapter of DC K.O. and the final four champions are put to the Absolute test! Who will be crowned King Omega in issue 4 by Snyder, Williamson, Fernandez, Xermanico and company! Also, we examine in detail the backup story featuring Darkseid and the Omega Legion. What will be the outcome for the future of the DC and Absolute Universes?! (47:24)

Marvel artist Jacopo Camagni has died at age 48. Jeff Lemire signs a deal with Harper Collins for five adult graphic novels. Gert from I Hate Fairyland takes over Image Comics.SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Can you believe it is already time to pre-order comics coming out in May 2026! Timestamps: 00:00:00 Opening Music 00:00:10 Intro 00:00:30 Next Phase catalog start 00:11:07 DC 00:42:25 Image 01:18:38 Panels catalog start 01:18:50 Panels Highlights 01:32:05 Marvel 01:44:40 Comic Sales Numbers ICV2 01:51:38 Next Episode 01:52:12 Outros 01:53:13 Stingers What happens when comic distribution wars meet mega-crossovers, and could Penguin Random House be quietly killing Marvel's sales momentum? If you're navigating monthly pre-order catalogs overwhelmed by variant gimmicks, absolute universe saturation, and wondering whether your pull list dollars are going to the right titles, this episode cuts through the noise with sharp takes on what's actually worth ordering—and what's pure speculation trap. Strategic pre-order picks across publishers including deep cuts from Bad Idea (Megalith with 8-year production saga), new Vertigo horror launches (Bleeding Hearts, End of Life, Peril of the Brutal Dark An Ezra Cain Mystery), James Tynion IV's Odin tackling neo-Nazi mythology, and Rob Guillory's Innards Absolute Universe reality check dissecting DC's rapid title expansion (now adding Absolute Green Arrow and Absolute Catwoman), inevitable crossover predictions, and why DC's satellite era beats modern team rosters Distribution shake-up analysis exploring whether Penguin Random House is tanking Marvel's direct market presence, variant fatigue (meteorite fragments in covers?!), and why even Batman: Hush 2 can't maintain a consistent release schedule Press play now to get the unfiltered pre-order breakdown that separates genuine must-buys from distributor hype—before your catalog orders lock in.

Nicki and Mervyn have a winding road of a conversation about themselves, the podcast, and everything in between.

We kick things off with sponsorship, website and other CGS related info. And then it's a focus on Comic News from this year's ComicsPro Industry Meeting including M.A.S.K. coming to the Energon Universe, new titles from Vertigo, DC Next Level and the Absolute Universe, IDW celebrates Star Trek's 60th Anniversary and more! We also discuss recent market speculation, review Bleeding Hearts, End of Life, and New Gods, and hit some TV Talk with Wonder Man, the Beauty, and Shrinking. (1:33:03)

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David Armstrong interviewed Platinum and Golden Age great, Martin Filchock in 2000 on set at his home in Rogersville, Tennessee about his entry into comic books in the 1930s with Tidbits Magazine, his blue collar background working the railroad, meeting Bill Cook at Comics Magazine Company,  working on Mighty Man and other comics at Centaur, his life in the Civilian Conservation Corps and how it reflected in his C.C. Kid strip, working next to Bill Everett, Jack Cole, Lloyd Jacquet, leaving Centaur, and his ability to get work as a cartoonist to get away from the manual labor that most his family settled with. Interview conducted, recorded and copyrighted to David Armstrong. Remastered, edited, timestamped and postproduction by Alex Grand.Support the show

Jim Lee returns to X-Men -- sort of. Francesco Francavilla's Black Beetle gets an omnibus. Kirby Awards winners announces.SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Steve Orlando is one of the busiest writers in comics right now, and this week on the AIPT Comics Podcast, we're running our full, uncut conversation with him. Earlier this week, we published a written feature focused on his Scarlet Witch run, but this episode expands far beyond that, covering everything from Deadweight with Bobby Lee to Valiant Beyond: X-O Manowar, DC x AEW, his chance to judge on Dragula Titans season 2, Tarzan Beyond, X-Men Infinity, and even a teased return to Midnighter! If you wanted the complete Orlando download, this is it.   Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you can sign up for today to get in on the ground floor of AIPT Patreon. We hope to see you chatting with us on our Discord soon! NEWS ‘Sonic vs. Godzilla' is finally happening, and it's bigger than you think See new Origin Box characters Hostilicus and Wonder Man from 'Reborn: Ultimate Impact' Marvel's WHAT IF? returns with wild twists for its 50th anniversary Marvel brings 'Magic: The Gathering Spider-Man' art to new variant covers 'JLA/Avengers' is coming back to comic shops this summer 2026 Oni Press unveils bold fall 2026 graphic novel lineup Our Top Books of the Week: Dave: Infernal Hulk #4 (Phillip Kennedy Johnson, Nic Klein) The Mighty Thor #7 (Al Ewing, Pasqel Ferry) Alex:​​ Power Fantasy #16 (Gillen, Wijnegaard) Absolute Wonder Woman #17 (Kelly Thompson, Hayden Sherman) Standout KAPOW moment of the week: Alex: Sorcerer Supreme #3 (Bernard Chang, Ruth Redmond) Dave: Hulk Smash Everything #3 (Ryan North, Vincenzo Carratu) TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEK Alex: Moonstar #1 (Ashley Allen, Edoardo Audino) & Narco #1 (Doug Wagner, Daniel Hillyard) Dave: Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees: Rite of Spring #6 (Horvath Cover) JUDGING BY THE COVER JR. Dave: The Amazing Spider-Man #23 (Taurin Clarke Cover) Or Maybe Alex: X-Men #26 (Gurihiru Marvel Monster Variant) Interview: Steve Orlando Deadweight (GUNGNIR Publishing) (with Bobby Lee & Matthew Medney) Deadweight sounds completely unhinged in the best way, blending martial arts chaos, horror, and absurdist comedy. When you're co-writing something that springs so directly from Bobby Lee's comedic voice, how do you balance honoring that raw unpredictability while still building a story with emotional stakes and structure? Valiant Beyond: X-O Manowar (out Feb 18) In Valiant Beyond: X-O Manowar, Aric joins the PunX after millennia of isolation, and suddenly honor is tied to community rather than conquest. How has it been carving out your own corner of the Valiant universe? Good Bones Good Bones gathers your horror work into a single anthology, and many of the stories explore queer identity through transformation, secrecy, and bodily autonomy. When you write horror rooted in identity, are you consciously using the genre as metaphor, or does that symbolism emerge naturally through character? Dragula (with Todd McFarlane) You co-judged Dragula alongside Todd McFarlane, which feels like a collision of comics horror and performance art. Did that experience teach you anything about spectacle and theatricality, or inspire you when you're comics work? DC AEW DC and AEW both thrive on spectacle, but they also rely heavily on character-driven drama and long-term storytelling. When writing DC x AEW #1, how did you balance the over-the-top, live-event energy with making sure the character pairings felt emotionally and thematically right, rather than just fun visual mashups? Scarlet Witch Can you talk about or tease the status of Wanda and Vision's relationship as of now? Agatha Harkness is your main antagonist in Sorcerer Supreme, what makes her fun to write? Agatha is the Vishanti's chosen sorcerer supreme, I was curious if you're drawing from any personal life experience having someone be picked over you when writing this story arc? Your run on Scarlet Witch has been released via miniseries, are there advantages (and disadvantages) to this format? Wanda Maximoff has worn a lot of labels over the years—Avenger, sorceress, reality shaper, occasional cosmic wildcard. How do you personally view her place in that ecosystem? Additional General Questions Your bibliography moves fluidly between superhero epics, indie horror, licensed work, and now chaotic comedy with Deadweight. How do you recalibrate your voice between projects without losing what makes a story feel unmistakably yours?

This Week on the Toy Power Podcast; we welcome our first Guest of 2026 - our great Canadian Friend: Colin Betts! Touching on some Latest News Topics, we hit the ground running highlighting an Incredible Custom Project - called: Ultimate Beasts! A re-imagining of the 80's Hasbro / Takara Battle Beasts Toys. (These Newly styled Figures are up for grabs via website bellow.) Then we touch on some of more News & Reveals from New York Toy Fair. First up are the fantastic offering of New Micronauts figures from Super7. Then we go though the Exciting selection of G.I. Joe offerings, boh from Super7 as well as Hasbro's Classified line-up. Then Colin covers some News a lot closer to his home - namely an update on the status & concern of ToysRus in Canada. Unfortunately the Famous Geoffrey the Giraffe, looks like he will be hanging up his hat sooner than later..... Find out more about the custom: 'Ultimate Beasts' Line.Instagram: @UltimateBeasts_ToysWebsite: www.alstoyfarm.etsy.comSupport the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With good parts of the US having had to deal with more snow, the Comic Book Bears are back with you to present some ice thawing funnybook talk! Bill Z, Steve and Caleb bring out the books from the top of their stacks and, after some news chat including the impending return to The Outback for the X-Men and Paramount's bid for Warner Brothers, there are some great books we have on this episode's docket!    

TJ Pistilli AKA Fat Thor of Agents of Fandom is joined by Comic Creator TASK (@UpToTask) to talk about his upcoming series, Afro Punks, a humorous Black fantasy rock band comic book.You can find the KickStarter for Afro Punks #1 here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lotfw/afro-punksThe following video contains explicit language; viewer discretion is advised.Check out https://www.agentsoffandom.com for the latest TV and Movie reviews!

For this Comic Talk episode, we welcome Britton Payne, Entertainment Law Attorney, founder of the Autism Scene and longtime CGS listener and comic geek! It's a fun and informative discussion about Autism in Comics, the intersection of autism and pop culture and so much more! Including, Britton's own personal geekdom, recent comic and manga reads, a list of hard to pronounce comicbook creator names and other Geek Chat! (1:48:05)

This week, we welcome the brilliant Dylan Meconis, creator of Queen of the Sea and Bite Me. Here's what we cover: How most colorists actually break in (hint: it's not by “murdering another colorist in single combat” — though that was discussed) What “flatting” is — and why it's often your first step into paid coloring work Why networking is really just “being friends with cartoonists” Portfolio strategy: Why saying “I do everything” is less effective than saying “I do this brilliantly” Analog coloring techniques — watercolor paper, oil-based pencils, and why certain materials go extinct at the worst possible moment The realities of scanning physical art (and why scanners are basically cameras on an arm) How to handle black plates, rich black, and avoiding fuzzy type in print If you've ever wondered whether coloring could be an income stream for you — or how to level up your current process — this episode is a masterclass. Products and Programs mentioned on the show Note: Some of the links are affiliate links WildCraft Studio is in Portland, Oregon.  PITT monochrome oil pencils by Faber-Castell Watercolor paints, Daniel Smith brand Watercolor paper (cold press) by Arches White watercolor paper, Dick Blick house brand Epson scanner, Perfection series Epson scanner, Workforce series Colored pencils, Caran d'Ache Summary In this engaging conversation, the hosts welcome cartoonist Dylan Meconis to explore various topics including coloring techniques, the integration of digital and traditional media, and the importance of choosing the right materials for comic creation. Dylan shares insights into her unique artistic process, the challenges of color printing, and the significance of lettering in comics. The discussion also highlights the value of collaboration and the joy of discovering new art supplies. Takeaways Dylan Meconis emphasizes the importance of using various mediums in art. The process of creating 'Queen of the Sea' involved unique coloring techniques. Dylan's artistic process includes both traditional and digital methods. Choosing the right materials can significantly impact the final artwork. Scanners play a crucial role in capturing traditional art for digital use. Lettering is an essential aspect of comic creation that requires careful consideration. Collaboration with other artists can enhance the creative process. Experimenting with different art supplies can lead to unexpected discoveries. Understanding color printing challenges is vital for comic artists. Dylan's approach to art is influenced by her background and experiences.     You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. He is available for personal consultations. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive. He is the co-director of the comics documentary, Stripped.

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Comic books tell stories using pictures and words together, making them exciting and easy to follow. They began in newspapers in the late 1800s as short comic strips. In the 1930s, comic books grew popular with the creation of superheroes like Superman and Batman. During World War II, comics entertained readers at home and overseas. Over time, comics expanded to include many kinds of stories, from action and mystery to real-life topics. Today, comic books influence movies, shows, and pop culture around the world.